2005 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |